Mothers and daughters share a special bond that is built on mutual understanding. The connection that a mother and her daughter share is so strong that many decide to memorialize it by getting matching tattoos. Mother-daughter tattoos are extremely popular these days. These tattoos can range in size and substance, but they’re universally understood to express love.
Quotes, familial symbols, and designs that fit together are all popular forms of the mother-daughter tattoo. While matching tattoos are the most popular, you’ll also come across designs that complement each other or create a statement when they’re brought together. Because moms and their daughters tend to only grow closer as they get older, these tattoos will likely become more beloved with each passing day. Here are 25 heartwarming and fun mother-daughter tattoos that we think you’ll adore.
Endless Love
The combination of the heart and infinity symbols makes for a beautiful message of love that lasts forever. This simple, yet beautiful design isn’t breaking any new ground, but it’s a wonderful idea that we love every time we see it.
Two Tulips (Twolips?)
Too often tattoos that utilize color go overboard. They end appearing cartoony. These understate tulips strike a great balance. The subtitle colors paired with expert shading make these designs really special.
Realistic Butterflies
These photorealistic butterflies look so lifelike! The way the tattoo artist has included shadowing really makes these butterflies pop and appear real.
Sunflowers and Hearts
Sunflowers are happy flowers that are often symbols of life and longevity. This very unique design imagines them filling a heart. Matching tattoos are so wonderful and both mom and daughter must be very proud.
Elephants
The mother-daughter duo who got these matching tatts shared the image with the quote “Tow bodies, one soul.” A great line about motherhood and perfect sentiment for these tattoos to symbolize.
You’re My Sun, Moon, and Stars
These micro tattoos of celestial bodies imagine this mother and her two daughters as all fitting perfectly together. A very cute and charming way for three people to share tattoos.
Sunshine
These tattoos are meant to fit together to create a complete sunflower and lyric. Parents have been singing “You Are My Sunshine” to their kids since the late 1930s.
The Apples and Their Tree
“The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree” is an old adage that is manifested in these three tattoos. Mom is rocking a cute family tree on her wrist while her daughters have apples. A very cute and creative mother-daughter tattoo theme.
What’s the Story?
These matching wishbone tattoos are a blast. Wishbones symbolize good luck and hope for fortunes to come. This novel idea is made even more perfect by the tattoos’ simple design.
Variations
The same rose design has been tattooed in color and black and white here. It’s the perfect example of matching tattoos that don’t need to be exactly the same.
Take Flight
These micro tattoos of little birds are adorable. We love the size difference here where one is clearly a mama bird.
Go All Out!
While minimal designs might be preferred, they’re not the only option. A mother and daughter can do it up and go big with bolder designs. This floral scene repeated on both is truly remarkable.
Pug Life
These matching pug tattoos are so freaking cute. We’d venture to guess that these two might have enjoyed playing with some dogs together over the years. Pet tattoos also make excellent mother-daughter tattoos.
These tattoos are so fresh! For families who enjoy spending time outdoors together, you could do no better than combining your love of nature with the love you share for each other.
I’ll Be There for You
A delightfully weird design incorporated a love for the sitcom Friends with a duck and a chick. A classic episode entitled “The One with A Chick and a Duck” is especially delightful. We imagine these two enjoy bonding while watching reruns of the beloved show.
Ferns in the Family
The matching fern fronds convey a reverence of nature. Understated, and beautifully done, these tattoos could easily stand on their own, but we enjoy them more knowing they represent love.
Farfalle
Sharing a meal with family is one of the greatest pleasures on Earth. This mom and her three daughters decided to get matching pasta tattoos and we are here for any form of carb tatts.
Compasses
These two compass tattoos seem to point a mother and daughter back to one another. Surrounded by ships, waves, and flowers, this design is so poetic.
Blessed
“When I count my blessings, I count you twice” is a monumentally endearing sentiment. These matching tattoos with the latter half of the saying tell you everything you need to know about the love this mother and daughter share.
A Fine Line
This mother-daughter symbol ties and connects the two with a single line. While these are probably the most minimal tattoos on the list, their symbolic power is undeniable.
Ursas
The constellations Ursa Major and Ursa Minor are the perfect inspirations for mother-daughter tattoos. We love that the constellation, as well as the mythological bears, are included here. The watercolor background is also a classy touch.
A Mother and Her Baby Plants
This is a fun concept that utilizes flowers as symbols for a mother and her two daughters. The leaves that cross the “T’s” was a smart design choice that helps these elegant tattoos stand out and stay on theme.
Cute Alert!
Sometimes a cartoon owl with big, sparkly eyes is all you really need. These very cute matching owl tattoos are a hoot!
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Fireflies
Catching fireflies is a time-honored tradition for many children. If you put the bugs in a ventilated jar with a wet paper towel you can watch them shine for hours. These fabulous matching tattoos must bring back fond memories for a mom and her two girls.
A Couple of Queens
If not two queens, at least a queen and her princess. Crowns were a smart object because they symbolize royal power that’s passed down to the heirs. Aside from being an interesting symbol, these have a great deal of visual appeal.
There you go! 25 mother-daughter tattoos that share love and warmth. If you’re looking for ideas for your next tattoo, consider these and asking your mom or daughter to join you!
Contents
- 1 Endless Love
- 2 Two Tulips (Twolips?)
- 3 Realistic Butterflies
- 4 Sunflowers and Hearts
- 5 Elephants
- 6 You’re My Sun, Moon, and Stars
- 7 Sunshine
- 8 The Apples and Their Tree
- 9 What’s the Story?
- 10 Variations
- 11 Take Flight
- 12 Go All Out!
- 13 A Shared Love of Nature
- 14 I’ll Be There for You
- 15 Ferns in the Family
- 16 Farfalle
- 17 Compasses
- 18 Blessed
- 19 A Fine Line
- 20 Ursas
- 21 A Mother and Her Baby Plants
- 22 Cute Alert!
- 23 Fireflies
- 24 A Couple of Queens
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